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Vladimir Ashkenazy conducts the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra

Part of the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra 2016/17

Add to my Calendar 07-12-2016 19:30 07-12-2016 21:30 36 Vladimir Ashkenazy conducts the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Vladimir Ashkenazy is one of the most revered musicians of our time, with a career spanning over fifty years of music-making both at the keyboard and with the conductor's baton. He returns to direct the Oxford Philharmonic in a stunning orchestral showcase, featuring the Rigoletto Fantasyperformed by the Orchestra's Mats Lidstrom, an international cello soloist and chamber musician who has gained a reputation for great insight and virtuosity. The second symphony of Brahms, written during an idyllic summer retreat in 1877, brims with wistful melodies and sensuous orchestral textures. Pre-concert Recital, 6.30pmYoung Artists' PlatformA chance to hear talented young musicians in recital.Free admission Sheldonian Theatre, Oxford DD/MM/YYYY

Details

Sheldonian Theatre
Broad Street
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX1 3AZ
England

Programme

Johannes Brahms – Academic Festival Overture, Op.80
Johannes Brahms – Symphony no.2 in D major, Op.73
Mats Lidström – Rigoletto Fantasy for Cello and Orchestra

Performers

Vladimir Ashkenazy – Conductor
Mats Lidström – cello

Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra

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Programme Note

Vladimir Ashkenazy is one of the most revered musicians of our time, with a career spanning over fifty years of music-making both at the keyboard and with the conductor's baton. He returns to direct the Oxford Philharmonic in a stunning orchestral showcase, featuring the Rigoletto Fantasyperformed by the Orchestra's Mats Lidstrom, an international cello soloist and chamber musician who has gained a reputation for great insight and virtuosity. The second symphony of Brahms, written during an idyllic summer retreat in 1877, brims with wistful melodies and sensuous orchestral textures.

Pre-concert Recital, 6.30pm
Young Artists' Platform
A chance to hear talented young musicians in recital.
Free admission

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